THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 3, 2025 Reiterating Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to road safety, Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sunil Gupta emphasized, “Building a culture of safety is our collective responsibility.” His statement came as the company successfully concluded a month-long road safety initiative across Jharsuguda in Odisha, positively impacting over 12,000 people. Gupta highlighted the campaign’s objective, stating, “Through this initiative, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PRAYAGRAJ, FEBRUARY 1, 2025 As the sacred rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati merge at Prayagraj, millions of devotees gather for Maha Kumbh 2025, a spiritual journey that embodies faith, devotion, and self-discovery. However, the pilgrimage comes with its challenges. To ease the journey and enhance the experience for devotees, Reliance Industries Limited has introduced ‘Teerth Yatri Seva,’ a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LUCKNOW, JANUARY 27, 2025 Marking the 76th Republic Day, Uttara Club, under NTPC-NRHQ’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, organized a heartwarming event to support underprivileged children in Lucknow on Sunday. The noble gesture aimed to provide essential assistance to students of Gulam Hussain Purwa Government Primary School. The club distributed essential food items, 50 pairs of shoes, hygiene ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JANUARY 25, 2025 The Mera Dhaga, Mera Tiranga, Mera Desh campaign, launched on October 31, 2024, by the Flag Foundation of India, has culminated in the creation of a monumental 12×8 ft Indian Tricolour. This unique initiative, in honor of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary and National Unity Day, brought together citizens from across the nation ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JANUARY 24, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched its second ‘VeDakshata’ skills training centre in Patrapali, Kolabira block, Jharsuguda district, Odisha. This initiative aims to empower underprivileged youth from Jharsuguda and surrounding areas through placement-linked skill development programs. The centre was inaugurated by Manas Kumar, District Employment Officer, Jharsuguda, alongside other distinguished guests ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU PHULBANI, JANUARY 24, 2025 In a significant step toward empowering young girls, Kandhamal district observed National Girl Child Day with a district-level stakeholder consultation meeting held at Gandhi Smruti Bhavan, Phulbani. Organized by the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) in collaboration with Humara Bachpan Trust (HBT), the event focused on eradicating child marriage and ensuring a safe, progressive ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JAMNAGAR, JANUARY 19, 2025 In a compassionate move that underscores the importance of animal welfare, Vantara, a cutting-edge animal rescue and rehabilitation organization founded by philanthropist Anant Ambani, is preparing to welcome two cow elephants, Bishnupriya, aged 18, and Lakshmipriya, aged 26, from the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Mayapur, near Kolkata. This transfer follows a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES.COM KALAHANDI, JANUARY 16, 2025 The 27th Kalahandi Utsav – Ghumura 2025 – witnessed an inspiring blend of tradition and progress as Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s leading producer of metallurgical-grade alumina and a subsidiary of Vedanta Aluminium, unveiled a stall showcasing its transformative community development initiatives. From the very first day, the stall became a focal point of the festival, captivating ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 13, 2025 The sixth edition of Odisha Manaska, a vibrant community discourse platform organized by All Things Odisha, took place on Sunday at the Safe Odisha For Her head office in Saheed Nagar, here. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of around 30 individuals from various fields, who engaged in an in-depth discussion on the theme, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JANUARY 9, 2025 In a move to combat the pervasive issue of child marriage, the Jindal Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility wing of Jindal Steel and Power (JSP), has launched an extensive awareness campaign in Angul district. This initiative aims to enlighten communities on the detrimental impacts of child marriage and galvanize efforts to eradicate this illegal ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 9, 2025 In a landmark event coinciding with the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention, Dr. Rekha Chaturvedi, an eminent author and academician, released her profound work, “Fiji Mein Bhartiyon Ka Itihas Tatha Unka Jeevan (1879 – 1947)” [(The Life and History of Indians in Fiji (1879 – 1947)]. Based on her PhD research, the book was ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, JANUARY 7, 2025 In a significant step towards promoting road safety, Jindal Steel and Power (JSP), in partnership with the Odisha Government, organized a two-day “Eye Check-Up and First Aid Training” camp at the Transport Nagar Phase-2 truck parking area within the JSP campus. This initiative, part of the ongoing Road Safety Week, underscores JSP’s dedication to ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU RAYAGADA (ODISHA), JANUARY 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium’s stall at the Chaiti Mahotsav, held in Odisha’s Rayagada district, emerged as the centerpiece of the festival, drawing the attention of over 25,000 visitors. The stall featured a mesmerizing blend of traditional tribal art forms, including Saura paintings and Dokra art, alongside products crafted by self-help groups (SHGs) under Vedanta’s Project ...

Rajgangpur, December 25, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a groundbreaking step towards advancing sustainable agriculture, the Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the CSR arm of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd (DCBL), has partnered with the Odisha Agro Industries Corporation (OAIC) to launch an electric and solar lift irrigation project in Samleimunda village, Rajgangpur. Co-funded by NABARD, this initiative marks a significant milestone in ...

Bhubaneswar, December 24, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has achieved a significant milestone in its ambitious ‘Swarna Prashan’ healthcare initiative, launched in partnership with the Ministry of AYUSH. Since its inception in September 2024, the programme has completed its fourth phase, positively impacting more than 6,400 students. In its latest phase, the initiative has expanded its ...

Angul, December 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): OP Jindal School, Angul, celebrated its Annual Cultural Meet 2024 with grandeur and fervor at Eden Garden, JSP Township, over two spectacular days. Themed ‘Samriddhi – A New Dawn’ for the Primary and Pre-Primary Wing and ‘Punarjyoti: The Reawakening Light’ for the Middle and Senior Wing, the event showcased the creative brilliance of over ...

Angul, December 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Jindal Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Jindal Steel and Power (JSP), launched its flagship initiative, the Kishori Express, in Pallahara Block on Wednesday. This mobile health unit, aimed at addressing critical adolescent health and nutrition concerns, particularly the elimination of anaemia among young girls, was flagged off in a ceremony attended ...

Bhubaneswar, December 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a resounding display of patriotism and unity, a monumental 108-ft national flag was unveiled at Rama Devi Women’s University, Bhubaneswar, on Wednesday. Installed by the Flag Foundation of India, the towering tricolor is a symbol of national pride and an enduring testament to the spirit of India. The grand ceremony witnessed the participation ...

Koraput, December 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked its commitment to cultural preservation by supporting “PARAB-2024,” the annual tribal and folk festival celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of Odisha’s tribal-dominated Koraput district. The festival, inaugurated by Odisha Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, drew thousands of attendees, offering a lively showcase of tribal art, culture, music, ...

Ranchi, December 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartfelt gesture of compassion and community support, members of the Swayamsiddha Ladies Club, NTPC Coal Mining HQ, visited Guru Nanak Hospital in Ranchi to distribute food packets and hygiene kits to children undergoing treatment for various ailments. This initiative, part of the club’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts, benefited approximately 50 children ...

Angul, Deccember 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a transformative step towards promoting sustainable agriculture, the Jindal Foundation, under the guidance of Naveen Jindal, Chairman of Jindal Steel & Power and a three-time Member of Parliament from Kurukshetra, launched an ambitious Natural Farming and Millet Cultivation Project in collaboration with HDF-cDAR. The initiative aims to empower farmers through eco-friendly practices that ...

Bhubaneswar, December 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, has taken a significant step toward empowering underprivileged youth by setting up the ‘VeDakshata’ Skills Training Centre at Bileimunda village in Sundargarh district. This initiative is poised to transform the socio-economic landscape of the region by offering placement-linked training programs tailored to meet industry demands. The state-of-the-art training ...

Bhadrak, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd. (FACOR), a distinguished name in the production of High Carbon Ferro Chrome, marked World Animal Rights Day with a vibrant and thought-provoking event at Kathpal SRME School in Dhenkanal on Tuesday. Embracing the theme “Animal Rights: Respect and Protect,” the initiative aimed to foster awareness among students about the ethical ...

Angul, December 7, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a remarkable move to foster local development, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation-Gramya Vikas Trust (GMDC-GVT), the corporate social responsibility arm of GMDC, on Saturday inaugurated nine vital infrastructure projects in Angul district. These projects, undertaken at an estimated cost of Rs 50 lakh, have been warmly welcomed by local communities, marking a significant milestone ...

Angul, December 7, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Jindal Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Jindal Steel and Power (JSP), marked a significant milestone by celebrating the success of 20 aspirants from its flagship UTKARSH Coaching Program. This initiative, dedicated to empowering underprivileged candidates with free, high-quality coaching for competitive exams, has once again proven its transformative impact. Among the 20 achievers, notable ...

Ranchi, December 6, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Swayamsiddha Ladies Club (SSLC) of NTPC Mining Limited, Ranchi, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to social welfare by extending heartfelt support to the residents of Viskasan Old Age Home in Ranchi. As part of this noble initiative, the Club provided woolen blankets and essential food items, bringing warmth and comfort to ...

Paradip, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartwarming celebration of inclusivity and empowerment, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at JAGRUTY School for differently-abled children. The event was a testament to PPA’s commitment to the welfare and development of individuals with special needs. Paradip Port Authority Chairman, P.L. Haranadh, graced the occasion ...

Bongaigaon, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartening display of community welfare, NTPC Bongaigaon took proactive steps to combat the rising malaria cases in Kokrajhar district by distributing 100 mosquito nets to underprivileged families. This significant initiative, executed as part of NTPC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, was conducted in association with the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club and the ...

Barbil, November 30, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant initiative to combat the spread of dengue and malaria, the JSW Foundation has begun distributing mosquito nets to slums located within the direct impact zones (DIZ) of its mining operations in Keonjhar district. The campaign is a proactive step to reduce the transmission of vector-borne diseases in the region. The distribution ...

Angul, November 30, 2024 (TBB Bureau): OP Jindal School, Angul, organised its Annual Exhibition, Exploratorium, on the school premises today. The event showcased nearly 200 innovative and captivating projects across diverse domains such as Science, Mathematics, Literature, Social Science, Arts, Sports, Rangoli, and Career Counselling. Conceptualized and presented by students under the expert guidance of their teachers and departmental heads, ...

Paradip, November 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), under its flagship CSR initiative “SAFAL” (Sustainable Agriculture and Farmers’ Livelihoods), has taken a significant step towards supporting the farming community in the Kujang Block of Jagatsinghpur district. In a recent distribution drive, the company provided 124 manual spray pumps — each with a 16-litre capacity—to farmers across ...

Koraput, November 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a remarkable gesture that reaffirms its commitment to the preservation and promotion of Odisha’s rich cultural traditions, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has provided vital infrastructural support to PARAB-2024, an annual tribal and folk festival that celebrates the vibrant cultural heritage of the local tribal communities in the region. Held near the ...

Bhubaneswar, November 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a bold step towards eradicating child marriage, Kandhamal district aligned itself with the Government of India’s nationwide campaign, ‘Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat’ (Child Marriage Free India), which was recently launched at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Spearheaded by the Humara Bachpan Trust (HBT), the district has rolled out a series of impactful initiatives to ...

Jharsuguda, November 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, in collaboration with the Jharsuguda District Health Department, marked World Diabetes Day with a robust health awareness campaign in the region. The initiative, aligned with this year’s theme, “Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps,” aimed to educate and empower the local community about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management. The ...

Mumbai, November 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): LTIMindtree Foundation, the CSR arm of LTIMindtree, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Centurion University of Technology & Management (CUTM) to launch the ‘Shelter to Habitation’ project. This transformative initiative aims to construct over 80 all-weather homes and community infrastructure in cyclone-prone tribal villages of Odisha’s Gajapati district, benefiting approximately 3,000 residents ...

Bhubaneswar, November 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant step towards modernizing education, Hindalco Industries Limited, an Aditya Birla Group company, has launched its ambitious digital classroom initiative, ‘Project Anveesha’, in seven high schools near its Hirakud plant in Sambalpur district. The initiative aims to transform traditional classrooms into state-of-the-art, tech-enabled learning spaces. Equipped with smart boards, e-learning platforms, AI ...

Angul, November 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Jindal Asha, the dedicated wing of Jindal Foundation committed to empowering and educating children with special needs (Divyang), proudly hosted its 3rd Annual Sports Day on November 26-27, 2024. The event celebrated the indomitable spirit, resilience, and extraordinary talents of its students, emphasizing the transformative power of sports in fostering inclusivity and personal growth. ...

Jharsuguda, November 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, is driving significant social change in Western Odisha through the Subhalaxmi Co-operative. Established in 2008, the cooperative has been a beacon of empowerment for rural women, offering innovative livelihood and welfare programs that foster economic independence and sustainable development. A standout initiative under its banner, the Mahila Kalyan ...

Angul, November 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  The Jindal Foundation, the social responsibility arm of Jindal Steel & Power, has extended its flagship initiative, Project SNEH, to Dhauragoth village in the Tikarpada region of Angul district. This ambitious program is set to tackle malnutrition and enhance healthcare services in the area, particularly benefiting underprivileged and tribal communities. The inauguration ceremony was ...

Bhubaneswar, November 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a remarkable effort to foster the health and well-being of children in Odisha’s underserved regions, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has expanded its pioneering “Swarna Prashan” initiative. This initiative has already benefited over 6,400 students from 15 government schools across Rayagada and Kalahandi districts, reinforcing Vedanta’s commitment to holistic community development. Speaking ...

New Delhi, November 21, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Central Government on Thursday launched the ‘Viksit Bharat Initiative for Student Innovation and Outreach Network’ (VISION) portal, a transformative platform designed to nurture education, skill development, and innovation among underprivileged children across India. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, launched the portal in the national ...

Bhubaneswar, November 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The sprawling campus of Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) resonated with cheers and excitement as Bollywood star Utkarsh Sharma, the lead actor of the much-awaited movie Vanvaas, graced the institution today. Sharma’s visit, inspired by his father, the eminent filmmaker Anil Sharma, was aimed at promoting the film among the 40,000 students of ...

Lanjigarh, November 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartwarming celebration of Children’s Day, Vedanta Lanjigarh, a unit of Vedanta Aluminium and India’s leading producer of smelter-grade alumina, brought smiles to over 100 children from local communities in Kalahandi district. The event, organized at DAV Vedanta International School, was filled with fun, inspiration, and learning, aligning with this year’s theme, ‘For ...

Bhubaneswar, November 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Odisha continues to set benchmarks in disaster management with its pioneering early warning systems, said Suresh Pujari, Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management, at the inaugural session of a convening jointly organised by Reliance Foundation and the United Nations India. Speaking at the event titled “Early Warning to Early Action – A Multi-Hazard, Multi-Stakeholder ...

Jharsuguda, November 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of Children’s Day on Thursday, the Anil Agarwal Foundation, Vedanta Group’s philanthropic arm, took a monumental step in community development by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the District Social Welfare Office (DSWO) to revamp 500 Anganwadi centers in Jharsuguda district into state-of-the-art ‘Nand Ghars’  – modernized Anganwadi centres that ...

Bhubaneswar, November 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartfelt gesture, the KISS Foundation has stepped forward to support two young children from Mandipanka village in Daringbadi block, Kandhamal district, who tragically lost their mother, Rumita Pattamajhi, after she reportedly consumed mango kernel. Left without a mother, her two children — a two-and-a-half-year-old son and a six-month-old daughter — now face ...

Jharsuguda, November 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a bid to foster environmental consciousness and sustainable hygiene practices, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, recently conducted a community-oriented training session on “Zero Menstrual Waste” in Jharsuguda. The program, led by Malini Parmar, co-founder of the waste management social enterprise Stonesoup, aimed to equip participants with the knowledge to reduce menstrual waste ...

Angul, November 13, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a powerful demonstration of inclusion and empowerment, Jindal Asha’s Angul unit, a key initiative of the Jindal Foundation, hosted a two-day orientation and screening event for Special Olympics sports. Held in collaboration with Special Olympics Bharat, Odisha, the event took place on 11th and 12th November 2024, offering Divyang (differently-abled) children an enriching ...

Bhubaneswar, November 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant stride toward global education and skill enhancement, Centurion University of Odisha has entered into a transformative partnership with Zimbabwe’s Department of Public and National Skill Development (PaNSD). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on November 11, 2024, with the primary goal of providing advanced, skill-based training to Zimbabwean students and ...

Jharsuguda, November 6, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant health initiative, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, observed Global Handwashing Day 2024 by launching an extensive awareness campaign across 28 villages in Jharsuguda. With the theme “Why are clean hands still important?” the campaign aimed to enhance health and hygiene practices within local communities, promoting handwashing as a vital tool ...